1999 Mahindra CL vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mahindra CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mahindra CL would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 525 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mahindra CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mahindra | Opel |
| Model | CL | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |
